Strack & Van Til Customers Raise $194,774 for Checkout Challenge

Strack & Van Til Customers Raise $194,774 for Checkout Challenge

  • Posted on January 17, 2020
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The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana announced the results of the 2019 Strack & Van Til Checkout Challenge, which raised a record-breaking $194,774 to benefit individuals and families facing hunger in the Region. The amount represents the combined efforts of customers across Northwest Indiana choosing to “round up” their bill at the register when shopping at the 20 Strack & Van Til stores in the area. “This year’s Checkout Challenge results reveal the tremendous impact of a community rallying together to help our neighbors”, said Victor A. Garcia, Executive Director of the Food…Read more
Hope For The Holidays

Hope For The Holidays

  • Posted on December 10, 2019
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The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is providing holiday food assistance to more than 800 families during its annual “Hope For The Holidays” Mobile Markets. The Lake County distribution will take place on Saturday, December 14th, 8am -10am, at the Food Bank, 6490 Broadway, Merrillville. The Porter County Distribution will take place on Saturday, December 21st, 10am – 12pm, at St. Teresa of Avila, 1604 East Lincolnway, Valparaiso, and is sponsored by the Porter County Community Foundation. “The holidays bring a different set of challenges for individuals and families who are already struggling…Read more
“Round Up” to Fight Hunger at Strack & Van Til this Holiday

“Round Up” to Fight Hunger at Strack & Van Til this Holiday

  • Posted on December 9, 2019
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The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is teaming up with Strack & Van Til in November and December to raise funds for hunger relief efforts across the Region this holiday season. The Checkout Challenge encourages shoppers to “round up” their bill when shopping at Strack & Van Til or Town & Country stores now through December, with the difference going to support the Food Bank’s hunger relief efforts in Northwest Indiana. “The Round Up campaign is proof that every little bit counts, and even loose change can make a huge difference. Every dollar…Read more
300 Thanksgiving Meals from Strack & Van Til and Partners

300 Thanksgiving Meals from Strack & Van Til and Partners

  • Posted on November 10, 2019
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Strack & Van Til and several of their vendors partner with the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana to provide 300 local families in need with Thanksgiving meal assistance. The Mobile Market food distribution will provide individuals and families with food for a complete Thanksgiving meal, including a turkey, vegetables, and other side items. The distributions are open to all Northwest Indiana residents in need of food assistance, and are first-come, first-served until the end of the distribution or all meals have been served. The distribution will be held on Wednesday, November 20th, 4p…Read more
Thanksgiving Care-A-Van with Jewel, Majestic Star and Hubbard Radio

Thanksgiving Care-A-Van with Jewel, Majestic Star and Hubbard Radio

  • Posted on November 10, 2019
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Jewel-Osco, Majestic Star Casino, and Chicago radio stations 101.9 The Mix, The New SHE 100.3 and 97.1 FM The Drive are partnering with the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana to provide 1,000 local families in need with Thanksgiving meal assistance. The Thanksgiving Community Care-a-Van will provide individuals and families with food for a complete Thanksgiving meal, including a turkey, vegetables, and other side items. The distributions are open to all Northwest Indiana residents in need of food assistance, and are first-come, first-served until the end of the distribution or all meals have been…Read more
Welcome Executive Director Victor A. Garcia

Welcome Executive Director Victor A. Garcia

  • Posted on October 31, 2019
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The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is pleased to announce the arrival of our new Executive Director, Victor A. Garcia. Victor comes with a wealth of experience and executive leadership in the nonprofit and business sector. Victor plans to execute the strategic priorities of the Food Bank and lead the organization in the next stages of growth, increasing our impact and service to the community. Victor recently served as Vice President, Strategic Partnerships at Mental Health America of Northwest Indiana. His experience includes both nonprofit and corporate management, as well as serving as…Read more
Strack and Van Til Presents $25,000 #HungerActionMatch

Strack and Van Til Presents $25,000 #HungerActionMatch

  • Posted on August 30, 2019
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It’s hard to think, work, and play on an empty stomach... yet thousands of Northwest Indiana neighbors face hunger every day. This September, we’re making it fun and easy for you and your family to step up and help end hunger for kids, adults, and seniors struggling with food insecurity in Lake and Porter Counties. Our Premier Partner, Strack & Van Til, is leading the charge this September with a special dollar-for-dollar match on gifts made to the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana during Hunger Action Month...up to a total of $25,000! That means…Read more
Giving campaign has record-breaking year in support of hunger relief

Giving campaign has record-breaking year in support of hunger relief

  • Posted on August 1, 2019
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Walmart, Sam’s Club’s “Fight Hunger. Spark Change” Campaign Raises Over $60,000 to Fight Hunger in Northwest Indiana Walmart stores across Northwest Indiana helped to raise $60,006.29 for Lake and Porter County families in need through Walmart and Sam’s Club’s “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign. In its sixth year, Walmart and Sam’s Club engaged 18 suppliers and the public in its nationwide campaign that raises money for local food banks and brings national attention to the issue of hunger. In Northwest Indiana, one in eight people struggles to put food on their tables, including…Read more
Jewel-Osco and Hunger Is Provide Summer Breakfasts for Hungry Kids in Northwest Indiana

Jewel-Osco and Hunger Is Provide Summer Breakfasts for Hungry Kids in Northwest Indiana

  • Posted on June 26, 2019
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Jewel-Osco, Hunger Is Supports a Hunger-Free Summer in the Region For thousands of children and teens across Lake and Porter county, summer break is more than just a break from school—it’s a break from the guaranteed nutrition provided by free or reduced-priced meals provided during the school day. Thanks to dedicated community partners and donors, the Food Bank is working to ensure hungry kids and teens have the nutrition they need during the summertime. To support these efforts, Food Bank was recently awarded a $4,585 Hunger Is grant from the Albertsons Foundation, doing…Read more
Food Bank Goes Nose to Nose For Childhood Hunger

Food Bank Goes Nose to Nose For Childhood Hunger

  • Posted on May 23, 2019
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Red Nose Day Grant Feeds Hungry Kids, Supports the BackPack Program   Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is proud to be a partner of Red Nose Day USA, helping to end childhood poverty and provide hunger relief in our community. Red Nose Day is all about making it fun to come together to raise money and awareness for children who need our help most—in our community, across the country, and around the world. More than 50,000 young students in Lake and Porter County rely on free and reduced price meals during the school…Read more